Video Tutorial – “Eternal Flame Container” – Square version

Origami - Eternal flame container - Square Form - Design of Leyla Torres

A model design of Leyla Torres I developed this design as I revisited an idea shared in our Joy of Origami design course (Module 5, section 4). In this case, the basic design of the box was taken a few steps forward and I experimented with locks of different sizes. In the video shared in this post, … Read more

Springtime Candy Dish – Tutorial

Springtime Candy Dish Origami Paper Model designed by Leyla Torres

A model design of Leyla Torres In this video tutorial, you will learn how to make a Springtime Candy Dish. This origami figure is a variation of the Crocus Flower which is also presented in the Origami Spirit Membership. Before folding this model be sure you have expereince with origami fundamentals. If you need to work on … Read more

Video Tutorial – “Chick and Hen”

Chicken and Hen Origami Model designed by Leyla Torres

A model design of Leyla Torres A few years ago I had a creative origami exchange with the late Simon Andersen. He liked The Abundance Hen origami model I had designed, and based on that model, Simon created some ingenious variations. Simon sent me a model featuring twin hens made with a rectangular piece of paper. Since … Read more

Nesting Robin – Tutorial

Origami Nesting Robin designed by Leyla Torres presented on www.origamispirit.com

A model design of Leyla Torres In this tutorial, learn to make a “Nesting Robin.” This origami figure can be used as a container, perfect for giving chocolate eggs or any other small candy. I first presented and taught this model at the Second Origami World Marathon event. My inspiration for this origami robin comes … Read more

Origami Video Tutorial – Crocus

A model design of Leyla Torres Do you like to fold origami flowers? In this origami video tutorial, you will learn how to fold a stylized origami Crocus. The model is made with two pieces of paper, one for the base (leaves) and another for the flower itself. Although two pieces of paper are used … Read more

Origami Video Tutorial – Blossom Crane

An origami model of a "Blossom Crane" designed by Leyla Torres

A model design of Leyla Torres In this Blossom Crane video tutorial, you will learn how to fold the wings into the shape of a cup making the Blossom Crane useful as an ornamental dish.